School Information

The RIC

What is the RIC?

The Research and Information Centre (RIC) is a large open-plan space which combines library and IT facilities to support teaching and learning across the school curriculum. A separate area is provided for sixth form students.

Flat-screen computers provide a range of software applications and Internet access. The RIC library houses over 10,000 reference books, more than 5,000 fiction volumes and a range of newspapers, journals and magazines.

The RIC is located on the mezzanine floor above the East Wing hall. It is open from 8.00 am - 4.00pm and there is open access for students before school, during morning break, lunchtime and after school.

Staff are available in the RIC throughout the day to assist with enquiries
and provide information. We aim to provide a well-resourced and welcoming environment in which students and staff can work or read for pleasure.

Where is the RIC?

The RIC is located on a mezzanine floor above the East Wing hall.
The entrance to our staircase is opposite the school canteen.

When is the RIC open?

The RIC is open from 8.00am to 4.00pm.

RIC Resources

RIC Staff

Dr Ellery, Mrs Austen and Ms Gunston are available throughout the day
to assist with enquiries, provide information and support student research.

IT Resources

42 flatscreen, networked computers are provided for student use in the RIC. Computers exclusively for 6th form use are located in a separate area. All computers provide access to the Internet and BMS Portal. Scanning and printing facilities are also available in the RIC.

Books

The RIC houses more than 15,000 books, providing a broad range of reference and fiction reading material. All Blatchington Mill students are members of the RIC library and may borrow books.

Newspapers & Periodicals

The Guardian
The Independent
The Times
The Argus

Aquila magazine
Travel Weekly
Holiday Which
Good Food
Sociology Review
Psychology Review
History Today